Honor Wilson Lions Club Anniversary

Assembly Resolution No. 1318 BY: M. of A. Norris COMMEMORATING the 77th Anniversary of the Wilson Lions Club WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those fraternal organizations of high purpose and worthy accomplishment whose endeavors have faithfully served the welfare of the citizens of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 77th Anniversary of the Wilson Lions Club; and WHEREAS, The Wilson Lions Club is part of Lions Clubs International, one of the largest service organizations in the world, and is deeply committed to meeting the challenges of public service; and WHEREAS, The goal of the Wilson Lions Club and the entire Lions organization is to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding; and WHEREAS, Lions are recognized worldwide for their service to the blind and visually-impaired; this service began when Helen Keller challenged the Lions to become her "knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness" during the Lions' 1925 International Convention; and WHEREAS, Chartered in 1941 to help meet the needs of the local community, the Wilson Lions Club consists of dedicated men and women who volunteer their time and energies to perform a variety of service activities; its first President, Earl W. Brydges, went on to serve in the New York State Senate for many years; and WHEREAS, Remaining true to its motto of "We Serve," the Wilson Lions Club provides volunteers with project management assistance, leadership training, personal development opportunities, and organized fundraising programs; and WHEREAS, The Wilson Lions Club continues to demonstrate its profound commitment to the community, and has a long track record of exceptional contributions through donations or participation with countless organizations, including: Wilson Central School Scholarships; Wilson Food Pantry; Eastern Niagara Hospital; eye exams and glasses for residents in need; eye screenings at elementary schools; hearing exams and aids for residents in need; Wilson Community Library; and holiday gifts for the needy; and WHEREAS, Over its distinguished 77-year history, the Wilson Lions Club has demonstrated continuous service to the residents and communities which it serves; and WHEREAS, The success of the Wilson Lions Club is in direct correlation to the efforts of its members, whose involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the organization and the community it serves; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 77th Anniversary of the Wilson Lions Club; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Wilson Lions Club.